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Stunning Semarang

A little off the beaten track compared to the usual tourist traps, Semarang is perfect for those who want an authentic glimpse of urban Indonesia. Semarang’s history can be read in the pages of its diverse architecture, from the Dutch colonial See Lawang Sewu and native kampong (local hamlets) to modern office buildings and of course, Chinatown’s See Gedung Batu temple.

In Semarang, you’ll need to brush up on your Indonesian (language and customs), as the people, while very hospitable, are not used to a constant flow of western visitors. A couple of things to avoid include touching on the head and looking directly into a young man’s eyes more than a couple of times (which could lead to fisticuffs and general nastiness). Refrain from both and you’re in for a cultural treat, especially with the local cuisine, which is justifiably the pride of the city.

Semarang's Top 10

10.Mangkang Zoo A good kiddie attraction with monkeys, birds, snakes and deer.

5.Simpang Lima The bustling town centre is where you’ll find shopping malls, cinemas and an endless array of stalls offering traditional food for a song.

9. Semarang Harbour Relax and watch the local ‘Pinsi’ boats coming and going.

4.Marina Beach Snorkel, play volleyball, hire a pleasure boat or just soak up the sun.

8.See Lawang Sewu Originally built as an administrative building and railway station by the Dutch, it is still a great example of colonial architecture.

3.Gedung Songo Temples A group of Hindu shrines on a mountaintop with views of volcanoes in the distance. It’s baking hot in the middle of the day, so go early.

7.Ambarawa Train Museum Old locomotives await your investigation…

2.See Gedung Batu A gaudy red Chinese temple built in honour of Admiral Cheng Ho. Your future will be revealed to you here.

6.Gereja Blenduk The most historic church in Central Java.

1.Mesjid Besar Climb the towering minaret of the Grand Mosque for the best views over Semarang.

Semarang History

Sam Po Kong Temple - This beautiful temple was built in honour of a Muslim Chinese commander who visited the area in the early 1400s.

Kota Lama - The Old Town area of Semarang where you’ll find many of the Dutch colonial style buildings.

Tanjung Mas - This international port was important during the days of the Dutch occupation from the 1600s until 1945.

Gereja Blenduk - Or the “domed church”, this Protestant church was built in 1753 and is the oldest one in the city.

Stasiun Tawang - This major railway station was completed in 1870 and is the oldest one on the island of Java.

Located in the heart of Semarang, Novotel Semarang is positioned in the business, shopping and local government district. Walking distance from the Hotel is Paragon Shopping Mall, the newest and... More

Offering contemporary spaces and amenities set within convenient distance to attractions in the city, Ibis Semarang Simpang Lima makes for a strategic base for travellers in Semarang. Set in the... More

Business and leisure travellers in the heart of Semarang find convenient base at the contemporary accommodations of Crowne Plaza Semarang. After dealing with corporate matters at Semarang business... More

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